The Ringer Wrestling Show

We have a stacked show for you to kick off the week. David is joined by Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters of ‘Wednesday Worldwide’ to recap WWE Fastlane. They discuss:

• Seth Rollins’s successful World Heavyweight Championship defense (16:00)
• The odd couple of Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes (26:57)
• Montez Ford’s status with Bobby Lashley’s new group (43:32)

Then we go back to Part 2 of David and Kaz’s interview with AEW’s Adam Copeland, who talks about AEW’s Title Tuesday (72:55).

Finally, they preview ‘Monday Night Raw’ and take a look at Tuesday night, when NXT and AEW go head-to-head (88:05).

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Ben Cruz, Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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From the beautiful Newark, New Jersey airport, Rosenberg addresses some burning mailbag questions about his upcoming trip to St. Elmo’s Steakhouse in Indianapolis. Then, from his hotel just around the block from tomorrow’s WWE Fastlane event, Rosenberg is joined by SGG to preview the event (16:14) and also friend of the show (and future cohost?) O’Shea Jackson Jr., who discusses the Bloodline story line, Adam Copeland, and much more (20:42).

Stay maj this weekend.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Greg Hyde

Guest: O’Shea Jackson Jr.

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz open things up with their reactions to Adam Copeland, formerly know as Edge, and his ‘Dynamite’ debut, along with the rest of ‘Dynamite’ (02:00).

Then the guys preview this weekend's ‘WWE Fastlane’ (25:00).

Later, they are joined by the Rated-R Superstar himself, Adam Copeland, to discuss his AEW debut and much more (51:00).

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Adam Copeland

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Brian H. Waters

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Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by comparing the AL East champion Baltimore Orioles to a current professional wrestler. Then they get into the following headlines:

• Bobby Lashley wanting Jade Cargill in his emerging group (3:40)
• Mustafa Ali missing out on a championship opportunity (13:06)
• Adam Copeland saying it’s perfect to end his career with Christian (23:11)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Kaz’s take calling NXT more entertaining than SmackDown (40:06). Then they continue with a deep dive on the current state of NXT with its merger with superstars from the main roster such as Becky Lynch and the Judgment Day (54:13).

Last, they preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (64:13).

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Back from Las Vegas and the maj hotel that is New York, New York, Rosenberg is joined by SGG and Dip to discuss the following on today’s episode:

• Michael Cole’s cryptic promo last night (8:50)
• The current state of the AEW pay-per-view business (14:30)
• A recent uptick in NXT promos and why the guys think this is happening (32:02)
• Some advice to wrestling fans regarding the spreading of famous social media videos

Plus, some mailbag (51:53), and what’s the best steakhouse in Indianapolis?

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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AEW ‘WrestleDream’ grabbed headlines when ‘The Rated R Superstar,’ Adam Copeland showed up and officially became “All Elite.” David and Kaz discuss this and the following from a stacked weekend of pro wrestling. 

• Is Copeland the biggest star in AEW history? (0:00)
• Bryan Danielson vs Zack Sabre Jr. (14:55)
• What is the path for Swerve to get to MJF? (20:56)
• LA Knight is John Cena’s tag partner (44:04)
• Tiffany Stratton and Becky Lynch Extreme Rules takeways (52:10)
• Carmelo Hayes and Ilja Dragunov the next great pairing? (57:17)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Coming to you from Las Vegas on the eve of another Canelo Alvarez fight, it’s the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast! On today’s episode, Rosenberg sits down with friends Brian Campbell and Andreas Hale to talk about boxing or MMA fighters they’d be interested to see in WWE before Rosenberg decides to rip into UFCs lack of storytelling. Then, Rosenberg flies solo to talk about Adam Cole’s injury and why it’s so devastating (21:48). And lastly, Rosenberg finishes the episode with some mailbag questions about bagels, Mt. Schlump-more, and more (24:24)!

Stay maj and enjoy yourselves.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Guests: Brian Campbell and Andreas Hale

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Fresh off their interview with Jade, David and Kaz discuss their takeaways from her media rollout (3:30). Then they get into this weekend’s shows.

• Edge’s WWE contract expires (17:13)
• AEW WrestleDream predictions (22:37)
• NXT No Mercy predictions (46:13)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah.

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Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by celebrating Brian’s two-year Ringer-versary and reflecting on his first interaction with David Shoemaker. Then, they dive into a few top headlines:

• The Rock is rumored to appear at Elimination Chamber as a warm-up for 'WrestleMania 40' (3:40)
• WWE ’s high hopes for Jey Uso (17:14)
• WrestleDream’s shockingly low ticket sales (28:00)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Dip’s take on Montez Ford needing his “barbershop moment” (40:47).

Then the guys discuss Jade Cargill’s signing with WWE and her first interview on 'The Masked Man Show' (51:33).

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (79:06) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (76:04).

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Today, WWE announced it has signed free-agent superstar Jade Cargill. David and Kaz talk with her just hours after she signed on the dotted line and discuss the following:

• Why she chose WWE (1:30)
• Who she's looking forward to wrestling (6:50)
• How WWE will help her reach her potential (9:20)
• Who she will miss the most from AEW (15:10)
• Creating footsteps for the next generation to follow (20:50)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Jade Cargill

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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The trio of Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip is back and in rare fashion. On today’s episode, the three maj hosts of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast get into the following:

• Jade Cargill signing with WWE and the guys’ thoughts for how WWE should bring the former AEW star into the fold (6:46)
• SGG says goodbye to some of his favorite wrestlers who were let go by WWE last week (21:37)
• Eddie Kingston’s place among the all-time great schlumps of professional wrestling (27:21)
• Why SGG finds himself underwhelmed by John Cena’s return thus far (37:25)

And in the educational portion of the program, Rosenberg learns how to take a COVID test and Dip learns how to use Siri for the first time.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip

Producer: Brian H. Waters, Troy Farkas

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Dave and Kaz open up the show by discussing the best dances in pro wrestling. Plus:

• Matt Riddle released (9:55)
• KeMonito wants to retire from Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (22:44)
• Ricky Starks vs. Bryan Danielson (28:16)
• LA Knight reaches refund levels (46:30)
• Bobby Lashley wants more from the Street Profits (62:08)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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In this very maj episode of the Friday Something, Rosenberg is joined by two superstars—Dip and Grayson Waller! With Dip, Rosenberg discusses the WWE cuts and Dip’s thoughts on the Rock’s return last Friday. Then, WWE superstar Grayson Waller hops on (43:25) to talk about the advice he received that changed his career trajectory, his superstardom in Australia, his NFL fandom, his excitement levels for ‘WrestleMania 40,’ why he feels he should give the Rock the rub, and what Waller believes he still has left to prove in the ring.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip

Guest: Grayson Waller

Producers: Troy Farkas and Brian H. Waters

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David and Kaz open the show with a deep dive on WWE’s new deal to bring ‘SmackDown’ to the USA Network, along with the list of WWE superstars released today, headlined by Dolph Ziggler (01:00).

Then, they react to last night’s AEW 'Dynamite Grand Slam,' including potential injuries to Adam Cole and Jon Moxley (21:00).

Later, the guys are joined by former NXT Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton to discuss her match with Becky Lynch, how her past in gymnastics aids in her high-flying abilities, and much more (56:00).

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Tiffany Stratton

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Brian H. Waters

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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Ben, Khal, and Brian share their reactions to the Rock’s return on 'SmackDown' this past weekend. Then they get into the following headlines of the week:

• John Cena being listed as “Greatest of All Time” on internal WWE roster (7:56)
• WWE considering changes to titles and adding weight classes (18:34)
• Kevin Nash giving possible reasons Triple H would be hesitant to re-sign LA Knight (29:02)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to a call from The Worldwide Hotline regarding WWE hedging its bets with the Rock. (36:12)

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (47:45) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Grand Slam’ (50:16).

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Ahead of Eddie Kingston’s epic match on 'AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam' tonight, check out this feature on the Ringer dot com.

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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With a few days to digest the news of The Rock’s long-awaited return last Friday night, Rosenberg and SGG are here to discuss the following on today’s episode:

• Speculation on the behind-the-scenes steps taken to get The Rock in the ring last Friday (7:47)
• The Rock’s appearance on 'The Pat McAfee Show’ and his assertion that he was close to signing on the dotted line to face Roman Reigns at this year’s 'WrestleMania' (15:22)
• The Rock’s actual in-ring performance
• Another incredible accomplishment for Austin Theory in his nascent wrestling career (31:00)

Plus, the guys open up the mailbag (38:12).

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Important wrestlers (and podcasters) wear black tank tops! David, Kaz, and Brian, dressed in black tanks, discuss the Rock’s shocking appearance on 'WWE SmackDown.' They get into the following:

• The Rock reporting that his match with Roman Reigns was supposed to happen at WrestleMania 39 (2:41)
• A potential Rock vs. Cody Rhodes match (14:20)
• Austin Theory in the ring with The Rock and Pat McAfee (22:08)
• Reaction to Brian Gewirtz’s prediction a few months ago (25:50)
• Lower expectations for 'AEW Collision' (40:55)
• 'AEW Grand Slam' preview (46:10)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide and Brian H. Waters  

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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David and Ben return to recap the season finale of the second season titled, "High Flying." They discuss the wild main event at Harmageddon that saw Jack’s heel turn and the difficulties of nailing the shooting star press, then debate Wild Bill’s future and if Gully will forgive Jack after going off script. Also, they dive into Willie’s decision to finally come clean about DWL’s financials and discuss which characters have elevated themselves before giving out the awards for the episode.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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We’re Double-Dipping on today’s Friday Something as Dip decides to grace you with his presence for the second time this week. To celebrate this momentous occasion on this Rosh Hashanah weekend, he and Rosenberg debate their issues with the PWI 500 and whether Jade Cargill is ready to make the jump to WWE (19:30) before taking some mailbag questions (30:19) on Dip’s demise, LA Knight, and whether Dip is the George Costanza of the professional wrestling world.

Stay maj, everyone.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz open the show by discussing the latest in wrestling news, including AEW pumping up its attendance numbers in Wembley Stadium and WWE and UFC officially being merged into TKO (02:00).

Then, they discuss potential wrestling free agents, including Jade Cargill, Edge, and more (31:00).

Later, the guys are joined by OVW’s Al Snow and Cash Flo to chat about the new Netflix docuseries ‘Wrestlers,’ starring both gentlemen (55:00).

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guests: Al Snow and Cash Flo

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Brian H. Waters

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WWE just announced that the 2024 Royal Rumble will be in Tampa, Florida. Ben, Khal, and Brian discuss whether or not the Rumble is a bucket list event. Then, they get into the following headlines:

• Jim Cornette said Jon Moxley has held Bryan Danielson back in AEW (3:58)
• TKO Group’s lofty goal of trying to make sure “every UFC fan is a WWE fan and every WWE fan is a UFC fan" (22:50)
• Bad Bunny sets his sights on Roman Reigns and the Undisputed Title (34:27)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Dip’s take on ‘Cheap Heat’ when he said it’s time for Seth Rollins to drop the belt to Finn Balor (40:38).

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (47:58) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (56:22).

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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The world’s best pro wrestling podcasting trio is back! On today’s episode, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip discuss:

• The official announcement that WWE and UFC are now merged together under the Endeavor umbrella (6:12)
• The reception of Jey Uso last night and whether we’ll ever see Jey vs. his brother Jimmy in a match (17:14)
• LA Knight’s promo from ’SmackDown’ and whether it was enough to finally win Dip over (21:24)
• The prospects for Dom Mysterio’s career (28:15)
• Dip’s change of heart on Chad Gable (38:20)

Plus, the guys get into Dip’s bowling prowess and the pro wrestlers that Rosenberg would happily let his new wife go out with.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David kicks off the show with the cold-open question of the week: Who would you join, Judgment Day or the Bloodline (00:40)?

Then they talk about Bryan Danielson's announcement that he is retiring next year (5:09). Afterward, they get into a discussion about the next main-eventers in AEW and WWE (12:56). They close out the show by talking about the fans who revealed the video from NXT with Bron Breakker and Von Wagner (45:53).

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Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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David and Ben return to recap the penultimate episode of the second season, titled "Things That Matter." The guys discuss their excitement for next week’s season finale and debate what could be the stakes for the cross-promotion pay per view between Florida Wrestling Dystopia and the Duffy Wrestling League. Also, they discuss Willie’s continuing erratic behavior and debate if she'll accept Gully’s offer to join the FWD. As they give out this week’s awards, the guys discuss the importance of Staci keeping Wild Bill's secret of giving money to Tom when he was alive, Ace’s character growth, and David’s issues with the promo put together by DWL to impress Continuum.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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You never know what to expect on the ‘Cheap Heat’ Friday Something. And on today’s episode, two of the most handsome men in pro wrestling join the maj one Peter Rosenberg! First, Dip weighs in on the CM Punk conversation from Tuesday’s show, and he and Rosenberg also discuss MJF’s babyface run (1:50). The guys also hit some mailbag questions before WWE superstar Finn Bálor—ahead of tomorrow night’s Nassau Coliseum event—hops on to talk about the Judgment Day and when he knew they’d be this good, the wrestler he thinks is the future of the business, what impresses him so much about Grayson Waller, and of course, the passing of Bray Wyatt (39:08).

Stay maj, everybody.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Dip

Guest: Finn Bálor

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are back to discuss the latest in the world of wrestling, kicking things off this week with a discussion about Gunther breaking Honky Tonk Man’s Intercontinental Championship record (01:00).

The guys dive into the WWE and UFC deal and how bringing the companies together could affect the way we consume WWE as fans in the future (05:00).

Of course David and Kaz take a moment to fantasy book potential CM Punk WWE return scenarios (16:00).

Later, the guys react to last night’s ‘Dynamite,’ including MJF and Samoa Joe’s confrontational promo (30:00).

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Jonathan Kermah

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How did you explain the CM Punk situation to your non–wrestling fan friends in one sentence? Ben, Khal, and Brian share how they did it. Then they get into the following headlines:

• WWE officials are “optimistic” about Jey Uso’s potential to be a solo star (7:11)
• Jack Perry has been suspended “indefinitely” (22:29)
• Booker T said that AEW thinks only about the matches, not the buildup (30:52)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Rosenberg’s take on ‘Cheap Heat’ when he said that CM Punk will NEVER be in WWE again. (42:50).

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (55:45) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (62:14).

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

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A fired up Rosenberg is joined by his old pal SGG on today’s episode to react to an action-packed weekend of professional wrestling. The guys discuss:

• John Cena’s return and the back-and-forth he shared with The Miz (5:50)
• The MAJ-ness of the cage match between Trish Stratus and Becky Lynch (13:53)
• If Judgment Day has replaced the Bloodline and why Rosenberg loves Grayson Waller on the mic (20:30)
• CM Punk’s exit from AEW, why the move locked in a really good weekend for Tony Khan, whether WWE should go after Punk, and if Punk’s departure will actually solve any of AEW’s problems (34:23)

Happy Greg History Week! Stay maj.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz look back at the weekend full of pro wrestling after WWE Payback and AEW All Out. They get into the following:

• The Judgment Day on top (19:31)
• Jey Uso’s next chapter (24:00)
• AEW after CM Punk (34:20)
• Can L.A. Knight have five-star matches (43:07)
• Did we miss out on Edge vs. John Cena (59:29)
• Top five matches from the weekend (62:07)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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CM Punk has been fired from All Elite Wrestling!

David, Kaz, Khal and Brian fire up the mics and react to the breaking news.

Tony Khan’s reactions (5:28)

Was CM Punk worth the investment? (10:40)

Will he return to WWE? (31:34)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Khal Davenport and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters 

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Ahead of WWE Payback in Pittsburgh, Peter Rosenberg gets into today’s breaking news about John Cena’s return to WWE and what it entails. Then, ahead of tonight’s show, Rosenberg sits down with WWE superstar Raquel Rodriguez to discuss why she got into the business, her relationship with her father, what she wanted to be when she was growing up, her five years at the WWE Performance Center, her Spanish heritage, her relationship with Rhea Ripley, why she fully embraces the underdog role, and more.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Guest: Raquel Rodriguez

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Ben return to recap the sixth episode of the second season titled, "Appearances." They discuss how important this episode is to the lore of the show, all the flashbacks and how it changes the way we view certain characters, how it all connects to Tom Spade’s suicide, as well as this week’s awards (01:38). Also, the director of this week’s episode Peter Segal returns to discuss the process of casting the younger versions of Tom, Willie, and Wild Bill, what made this episode important to the creators, Chris Bauer’s performance, and more (59:09).

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh

Guest: Peter Segal

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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On today’s episode, Rosenberg comes to you from the bustling JFK Airport to set the scene for WWE Payback before getting into a little mailbag, which features more angry e-mails about Dip’s LA Knight takes (7:54). Then, Rosenberg unearths a 2014 podcast interview he conducted with the late Bray Wyatt (22:51).

Stay maj, everyone. Happy Labor Day weekend.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kazeem are back as always to discuss all things wrestling, including both the real conflicts backstage and the scripted stories in the ring. Today’s topics include:

CM Punk and Jack Perry’s backstage scuffle and what the potential impact from CM Punk’s second confrontation at AEW may be (01:00)

AEW 'All Out’ predictions (32:00)

WWE 'Payback’ predictions (46:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Jonathan Kermah

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This week, Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by fantasy booking John Cena’s return. Then they get into the following headlines:

• Saraya is setting her sights on Mercedes Moné (3:30)
• CM Punk’s questionable future in AEW and pro wrestling in general (17:10)
• Will Ospreay is “open to all options” after his New Japan deal expires (31:34)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Dip’s take on 'Cheap Heat' when he said that Raquel Rodriguez may not be the best opponent for Rhea Ripley (37:52). Then they discuss the legacy of former WWE champion Bray Wyatt (48:16). (Check out this Ringer dot com piece from Ian Douglass and Oliver Lee Bateman titled “The Making of Bray Wyatt.“)

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (57:10) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (59:20).

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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The physically staycationing Peter Rosenberg is joined by his old pal Dip to discuss the following on another episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast:

• Dip’s memories of his favorite wrestler of all time, the late Bray Wyatt
• LA Knight’s performance on last Friday’s emotional episode of ’SmackDown’
• CM Punk’s reported altercation with Jack Perry
• AEW’s record-breaking night this past weekend and why the guys were left shocked by the main event
• Why WWE is going too far with the Bloodline story

Plus, the director of the iconic wrestling documentary ‘Beyond the Mat,’ Barry Blaustein, pops in to share his fond memories of working with the late Terry Funk.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip

Guest: Barry Blaustein

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Last week, Windham Rotunda, known as Bray Wyatt, passed away at the age of 36. Kaz kicks off the show by sharing a few stories from the time they worked together (4:00).

Then he and David get into AEW All-In and recap the following:

Brawl Out 2 (19:20)

The real world champion of each match (30:38)

Then before they close out, they react to John Cena being announced for the next seven weeks of 'Smackdown' (72:32)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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David and Ben return to recap the fifth episode of the second season titled, "Who the Hell Is The Condamned?" The guys discuss the return of Ace as his new gimmick, The Condamned, and debate if Charlie Gully, Roster, and Willie’s characters are baby faces, heels, or tweeners. Also, they discuss how the social media story line will affect the characters for the rest of the season and give out awards for this week’s episode.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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Joined by David Shoemaker, the typically jovial Peter Rosenberg begins today’s Friday Something with a heavy heart as he and the Masked Man look back on the career and legacy of Bray Wyatt (0:00). Then, SGG pops in to give his thoughts on his favorite Wyatt memories before Rosenberg and Dip take it away with the usual Friday absurdity.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip

Guest: David Shoemaker

Producer: Troy Farkas

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This week, the pro wrestling world lost the legend Terry Funk. David and Kaz welcome Phil Schneider to the show to discuss his legacy and some of his greatest moments and contributions to the wrestling business (4:20).

Later, they predict all 11 matches at AEW All In (23:04)

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We are also on Instagram and Threads.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Phil Schneider

Producers: Christian John Bradley and Brian H. Waters

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This week, Ben kicks off the show with some “This Day in Wrestling History” trivia for Khal and Brian. Then they get into the following headlines:

• Chris Jericho almost having a cinematic match with Mike Tyson (4:23)
• Big E wanting to see Xavier Woods as World Champion (12:39)
• Shelton Benjamin wishing the Hurt Business happened in front of live fans (18:52)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Kaz’s take on 'The Masked Man Show' in which he said Beth Phoenix would be a bigger get for AEW than Edge (25:09). After the break, they react to a Wednesday Worldwide Hotline take regarding Bad Bunny, the Super Bowl, and Roman Reigns (34:50).

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (44:42) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (47:10).

For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160.

Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads.

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Back with another episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast, Rosenberg and SGG discuss the following on today’s episode:

• More fallout from Dip’s takes on LA Knight (5:40)
• Nostalgia about Hulk Hogan’s best promos in WCW (18:20)
• Edge vs. Sheamus on ’SmackDown’ last Friday and rumors that Edge is headed to AEW (42:46)
• John Cena is back (1:06:34)

Plus, the guys open the mailbag and find that a number of peckerheads have spent quite a bit of dough on ‘WrestleMania 40’ tickets (50:05). Rosenberg also takes a victory lap.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Greg Hyde

Producer: Troy Farkas

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This week, Kaz asks David the Cold Open Question of the Week: Who would be a bigger acquisition for AEW, Edge or Beth Phoenix?

Then they discuss the following:

• Edge’s last match in Toronto (5:13)
• Cash Wheeler (16:10)
• WrestleMania ticket sales break records (22:30)
• All In preview (28:49)
• Smackdown recap (42:19)

Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.

We are also on Instagram and Threads.

Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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David and Ben return to recap the fourth episode of the second season, titled ‘Heavy Heads.' They discuss how the show has set up the narrative for the rest of the season, Willie’s behavior, and AJ Mendez’s debut as Elle Dorado, as well as the reality of the conversation between Wild Bill, Man Beast and the Texas Slinger. Also, the guys give out the awards for this week’s episode.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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You never know what you’ll get on a Friday Something. For example, a Ken Resnick deep dive, lost wallet tales, and the disappearance of Troy the Goy are all things that might happen on today’s episode. Plus, Rosenberg takes a look into the mailbag (11:48), and he reads three stellar entries for the Varvatos Suit Contest (34:41) before crowning a CHAMPION!

Stay maj.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are back to reflect on another hectic week in the world of professional wrestling. Today’s topics include:

• Reactions to all the “sneak attacks” that happened on AEW ‘Dynamite’ (03:30)
• LA Knight’s ‘SummerSlam’ follow-up (20:44)
• Shinsuke Nakamura’s chances of beating Seth Rollins (28:12)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Christian John Bradley

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This week, Khal adds a phrase to the wrestling dictionary as he, Ben, and Brian get into some top headlines, including the following:

CM Punk and Jack Perry had a disagreement backstage at AEW 'Collision' (2:52)

Booker T says Mark Henry is wrong—there is a WWE vs. AEW war (14:12)

Lacey Evans is likely done with WWE (21:27)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Brian Gewirtz’s appearance on the Masked Man Show where he discussed The Rock’s involvement in the Bloodline story (30:00). After the break, they react to hot takes from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline about Ronda Rousey, the biggest debuts, and WWE’s current record-breaking title reigns (42:36).

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (64:46) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (67:43).

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Without having watched much wrestling in the last few days, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip do an entire show about wrestling today because, well, wrestling is great. On today’s episode, the guys discuss:

• Whether the juice is worth the squeeze with CM Punk in AEW anymore (8:11)
• The developing story between MJF and Adam Cole (17:36)
• Jey Uso’s plans to quit ’Smackdown’ and leave WWE altogether (20:33)
• Why Dip just can’t seem to get behind LA Knight (34:45)
• The clear push for Chad Gable to become something (42:05)

Plus, the guys fantasy book the path to next year’s ‘Wrestlemania’ and Rosenberg hatches a plan to disrupt the bagel industry.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are joined this week by former WWE writer Brian Gewirtz who discusses his book, "There’s Just One Problem," and some of the feedback he’s gotten since it’s came out over a year ago (6:15). Then they discuss the following:

• Wrestlers going off script during promos (9:02)
• The Attitude Era vs today’s product (13:27)
• The patience of the Bloodline Story (27:46)
• LA Knight (31:22)
• The Rock’s involvement in the Bloodline (44:52)

Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.

We are also on Instagram and Threads.

Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Brian Gewirtz

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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David and Ben return as they react to the third episode of this season, titled ‘Discord.’ After recapping the episode, they share their feelings about Ace’s story line, how the introduction of a women’s division mirrors reality, the zombie King Spade scene, and more. Also, they give out their weekly awards for this week, including the episode’s MVP, the main event, and the "holy shit" moment.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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